Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream Review

Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream
4.7
/ 10
Moisturizing
4.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
5.4 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Ingredients

Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Squalane, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Behenate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Fragrance, Xanthan Gum, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Succinoglycan, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract
Review

Does Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream has to offer:
 
Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.7 out of 10.

  

Key Benefits of Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream:
 

🔵🔵 Suitable Moisturizer for Normal Skin with a Balanced Texture, Neither Too Light nor Too Heavy

According to CreamScan analysis, Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 4.7 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product has relatively comparable levels of humectancy and occlusivity: a moderate humectancy of 4.0 out of 10, solely because of the high content of Glycerin (est. ≈4.0%), and a moderate occlusivity of 5.4 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Squalane (est. ≈6.0%) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈3.0%).

This type of moisturizer is suitable for people with normal skin who want essential hydration in a formula with a balanced texture - neither too light nor too heavy. It combines a moderate amount of humectants and occlusive ingredients to provide dual-action moisturizing for normal skin.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ Needs to Be Paired with Extra Humectants for Optimal Moisturizing Efficacy

An ideal moisturizer for any skin type should balance the right level of occlusivity (depending on skin type) with a significant amount of humectants, while Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream contains a rather average amount of humectants.

People with normal skin would definitely benefit from adding more humectants to their moisturizing routine beyond what this product offers. If this is your only moisturizer, it may be worth including a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.

Pros & Cons of Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

Suitable for moisturizing normal skin
Balanced texture, neither too light nor too heavy
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ Only if used as a standalone moisturizer - needs to be paired with extra humectants for optimal moisturizing efficacy
   

Summary: Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream
, as a moisturizer, is suitable for normal skin, combining a moderate concentration of humectants and occlusive ingredients to provide dual-action moisturizing for normal skin.
 
That said, there are some things about Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream worth noting.
 
If you use this product as your only moisturizer in a routine, please note that it contains a limited amount of humectants. Regardless of your skin type, adding extra humectants can enhance optimal moisturizing efficacy. Therefore, it may be worth pairing Uriage Bebe 1st Moisturizing Cream with a humectant-rich product, such as a serum, in your skincare routine.
 
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Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Function:
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Squalane
Function:
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Glycerin
Function:
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Function:
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Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Function:
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Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Function:
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Function:
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Cetyl Alcohol
Function:
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1,2-Hexanediol
Function:
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Glyceryl Behenate
Function:
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Hydroxyacetophenone
Function:
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Fragrance
Function:
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Xanthan Gum
Function:
Origin:
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Function:
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Succinoglycan
Function:
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Tocopheryl Acetate
Function:
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Citric Acid
Function:
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Tocopherol
Function:
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Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract
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Ratings

All humectants
4.0
4
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
10.8
6.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 4 10
4.0
4
Occlusivity All occlusives 10.8 20
5.4
6.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
Moisturizing rating
4.7
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
4
All humectants 4 10
4
All humectants
4.0
4
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
3
1.5
0.3
All occlusives 10.8 20
5.4
All occlusives
10.8
6.0
3.0
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Hydroxyacetophenone
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
None
All soothing 0 5 No
All soothing
0
None
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Dicaprylyl CarbonateA very fast-spreading emollient that gives a product an incredibly lightweight feel. Dicaprylyl carbonate works well as a solvent for suspending insoluble solids such as mineral sunscreens or iron oxide pigments.
Squalane
Est. %6
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Glycerin
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Hydroxypropyl Starch PhosphateA naturally-derived thickening agent that dissolves in water.
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Cetyl Alcohol
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl AlcoholA waxy solid fatty alcohol derived from palm oil. It is most commonly used as a co-emulsifier and affects the final aesthetic of the product, leaving a soft and silky feeling on the skin. Cetyl alcohol is also used as a viscosity controlling agent.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Glyceryl Behenate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl BehenateA naturally-derived or synthetically produced emollient that can help create oil gels. It provides a soft feeling to the skin, improving product spread and reducing tackiness.
Hydroxyacetophenone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
HydroxyacetophenoneAn antioxidant compound that can be found in many plants, although it is manufactured synthetically for skincare purposes. It can boost the preservative action of other conservants.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
FragranceUnder trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Succinoglycan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Succinoglycan
Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract